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Trump says Iran 'not doing anything' on nuclear program without US approval

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In short

U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the press on Thursday regarding the status of negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. He asserted that Iran is unable to take any steps concerning its atomic developments without explicit authorization from the United States. His statements came directly in response to inquiries about specific proposals mediators have introduced to Iran regarding its nuclear future.

Key points

  • The United States insists on having final approval over actions taken within Iran's nucle…: The United States insists on having final approval over actions taken within Iran's nuclear program.
  • Outside mediator proposals regarding Iran's nuclear future remain subject to the oversigh…: Outside mediator proposals regarding Iran's nuclear future remain subject to the oversight of the American presidency.
  • Donald Trump publicly communicated Washington's strict stance concerning ongoing diplomat…: Donald Trump publicly communicated Washington's strict stance concerning ongoing diplomatic efforts with the Iranian government.

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Trump says Iran 'not doing anything' on nuclear program without US approval

5 November 2026 22:35 GMT

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Iran could not do anything regarding its nuclear program without US approval.

"They're not doing anything without our approval," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office in response to a question regarding a set of proposals made to Iran by mediators about the future of its nuclear program.

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